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Frequent questions
How to apply the gel for nail art ?
How to apply the gel for nail art ?
How long does the gel for nail art ?
How long does the gel for nail art ?
What are the advantages of the gel for nail art compared to traditional nail polish ?
What are the advantages of the gel for nail art compared to traditional nail polish ?
Nail Art Gels
Nail Art Gels
Quick answer: nail art gels can be used to create lines, designs, raised decorations and geometric effects. The right choice depends on the result: Gel Painting for painted details, Art Pasta for textured decorations and Spider Gel for elastic, precise lines.
Which nail art gel should you choose?
- Gel Painting: suitable for fine lines, swirls, painted details and decorative techniques that require colour control.
- Art Pasta: a product with a firmer consistency, useful for textured decorations, raised elements and 3D nail art.
- Spider Gel: an elastic gel used to create threads, intersecting lines and geometric patterns.
How to use nail art gel
- Complete the nail preparation and apply the base or colour required for the treatment.
- Choose the decorative gel according to the design and desired effect.
- Pick up a controlled amount of product with the appropriate brush or tool.
- Create the decoration, avoiding contact with the skin and cuticles.
- Cure according to the times specified for the product and the lamp being used.
- Apply a Top Coat when required by the technique or product.
Useful tools for precise decorations
For details, lines and painting, it is important to use brushes suited to the size of the design. Explore our micro-painting brushes and the page dedicated to nail art techniques.
Mistakes to avoid
- Applying a layer that is too thick compared with the product instructions.
- Using the same movement for products with different consistencies.
- Leaving the gel in contact with the skin or cuticles.
- Using curing times different from those specified.
- Exposing containers and brushes to a UV/LED lamp or sunlight.
- Automatically sealing every decoration without checking the product instructions.
Nail Art Gel FAQ
What is the difference between Gel Painting and Art Pasta?
Gel Painting is designed mainly for designs, lines and painted details. Art Pasta has a firmer consistency and is suitable for textured or raised decorations.
What is Spider Gel used for?
Spider Gel makes it possible to create elastic threads, intersecting lines and geometric patterns by controlling the product through tension.
Do nail art gels need to be sealed?
It depends on the product and the desired effect. Some decorations require Top Coat, while others must be worked according to a specific protocol.
Can I use nail art gel over gel polish?
Yes, when the products are compatible and the surface has been prepared correctly. Follow the procedure specified for the system being used.



